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Switzerland. Grindelwald, Upper Glacier, Source of the Lutschine
Created 1875–77
Curatorial Overview
“Braun's photographs often bore a stylistic resemblance to realist painting in France. Photography was an important factor in the evolution of realism, a style that was then gaining popularity. With its forthright depiction of natural forces, this photograph of a river springing from a glacier clearly recalls landscape paintings by Gustave Courbet (1819–1877). Courbet's numerous river scenes were contemporary with Braun's work and were part of the aesthetic context of the time.”
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OriginFrance, 19th century
InstitutionThe Cleveland Museum of Art
Accession No.1992.237
Credit LineThe A. W. Ellenberger, Sr., Endowment Fund
Curatorial Affinity Stream
Continuing the Universe of Adolphe Braun (French, 1812–1877)
Photography • France, 19th century • Harmonious Works & Contemporaries
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